Skid Steer Operators for hire in Indianapolis, IN
Find skid steer operators who efficiently maneuver equipment to perform tasks like grading, digging and material handling while exhibiting skills in safety, machine maintenance and site management. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Indianapolis, IN to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills9%Leadership7%Heavy Lifting6%Education level
High school diploma or GED91%Associate's degree5%Bachelor's degree5%Years of experience
Less than a year2%1-2 years10%3-5 years24%Current company
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Howard companiesA Squared HomesTime at current job
Less than a year15%1-2 years29%2-5 years44%
Browse Indeed's database of 949 profiles for Skid Steer Operators in Indianapolis, IN
Last updated: Sep 7, 2026
Skid Steer Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Indianapolis, IN: $50,833 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $35,983 – $71,812 yearly
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Heavy Equipment Operator
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
MSHA CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseRough Terrain Forklift CertificationForklift CertificationAWS D1.1 EndorsementSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy Equipment OperationBackhoe OperationLoader OperationSkid Steer LoaderMaintenance operator
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Passenger EndorsementSchool Bus EndorsementChauffeur's PermitClass DTanker EndorsementEPA Type II+19 moreSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsLowboyConcrete Worker Service
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Class DFirst Aid CertificationAerial Lift CertificationDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10+5 moreSkills
Communication SkillsSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsPrecast ConcreteMachine Operator
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Safe Work PracticesWorkplace SafetyTWIC CardTraffic Control for Work ZonesCertified Athletic TrainerPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)+22 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceFront Loader TruckCommunication SkillsConstruction ExperiencePower ToolsMachine OperationMachine Operator/Forklift Operator
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Flagging for Traffic ControlTraffic Control Safety ProtocolsOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Traffic Control+9 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipHeavy Equipment Operator
Indianapolis, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftLifting EquipmentMaterial Handling Equipment OperationAerial Lift CertificationScissor LiftScissor Lift Certification+6 moreSkills
Construction ExperienceLift TruckForkliftPallet JackRetail Sales TransactionsSales Transaction Processing
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What's the average time to fill a skid steer operator role?
The average time to fill a skid steer operator role is 80 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do skid steer operators tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a skid steer operator include: communication skills, leadership and heavy lifting.
What licenses or certifications are common for a skid steer operator?
Common licenses or certifications for skid steer operators include: Driver's License, OSHA 10 and Forklift Certification.
What are some job titles related to skid steer operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to skid steer operators include: heavy equipment operator, maintenance operator and concrete worker service.
What level of education is common for a skid steer operator?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a skid steer operator in Indianapolis, IN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a skid steer operator?
Most skid steer operators have 16 years of professional experience.
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